Very high demandSan Jose-Sunnyvale
HVAC Technician Salary in San Jose, CA
HVAC Technicians in San Jose earn $28–$56/hr (25% above the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
San Jose, California$28–$56/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$28–$56
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$58,240–$116,480
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How San Jose compares
San Jose, CA$28–$56/hr
National average$22–$45/hr
San Jose pay 25% above the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $45,760–$93,600.
Certifications that move the number
San Jose employers pay the top of the range for techs who hold these. Missing one? You can still apply — we match you to roles that fit.
- EPA 608 Universal
- NATE Certification
- R-410A Safety
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